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A review by arlettesheyla
Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert
3.5
3.5 stars ✨
Great representation, but I don’t feel like enough happened in this book.
Chloe and Red are a cute couple, and they make a lot of sense together. Their attraction goes beyond the physical, as they’re both clearly mesmerized by each other’s strengths and talents. I also loved how gentle and considerate they were toward each other while opening up about their past trauma—it was heartwarming to read how they grew to trust one another and how a natural sense of security blossomed between them.
I appreciate the thoughtfulness that the author put into writing about Chloe’s fibromyalgia and the abuse that Red experienced in his past relationship. I love the representation and the mindful approach the author took in conveying such heavy topics.
Unfortunately, I was not a fan of the humor 😕 It really doesn’t take much to make me laugh, but none of the jokes landed. Both characters were a little sassy, but there was nothing endearing about it that would make me giggle—even the side characters felt dull.
The plot as a whole felt underwhelming. I know this isn’t an action movie, but I was hoping for more than three quick bucket list items. Even their bonding moments felt like a brief montage. Not enough happened for me to grow attached to these characters and their universe.
I quite enjoy a third act breakup, but this one felt so unnecessary. I don’t mind the fact that it happened because even in real life, it’s not so wild to see someone experience some reversal in their progress. As much as they both trust each other, their relationship was still fairly new and of course, lingering fears from their past relationships could resurface. However, the timeline of the whole situation felt odd. They got back together so soon after it happened that it seemed like they weren’t even taking their own concerns seriously.
Overall, the writing is objectively good. These were well-developed characters and their relationship was healthy. However, they weren’t swoon-worthy and the plot as a whole was boring.
Audiobook side note: Adjoa Andoh does not have the voice of an introverted 31 year old. I felt like Gigi was narrating this book.
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Annotations from the audiobook:
Ch 8: I like the email letters
Ch 10: I love the disability rep. It’s part of her but she’s so much more than that.
Other: The description of her watching him paint is actually really sweet and tender. I remember being in such awe when I watched my artist friends in their element.
Ch 19: I like the consideration shown through the writing as Red talks of the abuse he experienced
Ch 23: What a healthy conversation!!
Other: “Button” is such a cute nickname 😫
Great representation, but I don’t feel like enough happened in this book.
Chloe and Red are a cute couple, and they make a lot of sense together. Their attraction goes beyond the physical, as they’re both clearly mesmerized by each other’s strengths and talents. I also loved how gentle and considerate they were toward each other while opening up about their past trauma—it was heartwarming to read how they grew to trust one another and how a natural sense of security blossomed between them.
I appreciate the thoughtfulness that the author put into writing about Chloe’s fibromyalgia and the abuse that Red experienced in his past relationship. I love the representation and the mindful approach the author took in conveying such heavy topics.
Unfortunately, I was not a fan of the humor 😕 It really doesn’t take much to make me laugh, but none of the jokes landed. Both characters were a little sassy, but there was nothing endearing about it that would make me giggle—even the side characters felt dull.
The plot as a whole felt underwhelming. I know this isn’t an action movie, but I was hoping for more than three quick bucket list items. Even their bonding moments felt like a brief montage. Not enough happened for me to grow attached to these characters and their universe.
I quite enjoy a third act breakup, but this one felt so unnecessary. I don’t mind the fact that it happened because even in real life, it’s not so wild to see someone experience some reversal in their progress. As much as they both trust each other, their relationship was still fairly new and of course, lingering fears from their past relationships could resurface. However, the timeline of the whole situation felt odd. They got back together so soon after it happened that it seemed like they weren’t even taking their own concerns seriously.
Overall, the writing is objectively good. These were well-developed characters and their relationship was healthy. However, they weren’t swoon-worthy and the plot as a whole was boring.
Audiobook side note: Adjoa Andoh does not have the voice of an introverted 31 year old. I felt like Gigi was narrating this book.
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Annotations from the audiobook:
Ch 8: I like the email letters
Ch 10: I love the disability rep. It’s part of her but she’s so much more than that.
Other: The description of her watching him paint is actually really sweet and tender. I remember being in such awe when I watched my artist friends in their element.
Ch 19: I like the consideration shown through the writing as Red talks of the abuse he experienced
Ch 23: What a healthy conversation!!
Other: “Button” is such a cute nickname 😫